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Torchfire Film Festival returns to Franklin, Indiana in 2026
FRANKLIN – The Torchfire Film Festival is back and ready to make 2026 its biggest year yet! Set for Thursday, August 27, 2026, at the Historic…
Pursuit leads to recovery of stolen vehicle
HOWARD CO. – On November 19, one individual was arrested after leading an Indiana State Police Trooper on a pursuit in Howard County. Shortly after 2:00…
Postponed: Temporary lane, ramp closures planned on I-65 near Taylorsville
BARTHOLOMEW CO. – Indiana Department of Transportation contractor E&B Paving, Inc. plans to conduct temporary lane and ramp closures on I-65 to perform bridge approach repair…
Police Log: November 21, 2025
Bedford Police Department Arrests – November 20 Incidents – November 20 Incidents – November 19 Accidents – November 20 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Incidents –…
IHCDA seeks youth voices to shape policy on housing insecurity
INDIANA— The Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority (IHCDA) is launching a recruitment effort for its Youth Advisory Board (YAB), seeking young people and young…
Mitchell Community Schools Board to meet in executive session
MITCHELL — The Board of Trustees of Mitchell Community Schools has announced that it will hold an Executive Session on Tuesday, December 2, 2025. The…
Obituary: James ‘Jim’ L. Wathen
January 17, 1955 – November 4, 2025 James ‘Jim’ L. Wathen, 70, of Huntsville, AL, formerly of Bedford, passed away Tuesday, November 4, 2025, at…
Obituary: Trevor Scott Guthrie
June 16, 1970 – November 18, 2025 Trevor Scott Guthrie, 55, of Mitchell, passed away Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at his residence. Born June 16,…
Springville man arrested on multiple charges including intimidation with a deadly weapon
SPRINGVILLE — A Springville man was arrested following a domestic disturbance at a residence on Reuter Lane that reportedly involved a threat with a multi-tool…
Final Reminder: Medicare Open Enrollment deadline is December 7th
NATIONWIDE — Millions of Americans on Medicare are reminded that the annual Open Enrollment period is quickly approaching its deadline, offering a final opportunity to…












